NSW police seize 36 illegal ebikes on northern beaches that are now destined for the crusher
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β’Sat, 12 Sep 2026 01:53:23 GMT
π° What Happened
Police on Sydney's northern beaches have seized 36 illegal ebikes in a single operation. The bikes will be crushed in the coming weeks unless their owners appeal the seizure within two weeks.
One bike belonged to a 14-year-old boy from Warriewood. Police said it was able to reach speeds of more than 90km/h. That is far faster than any legal ebike is allowed to go.
Officers said the crackdown followed recent crashes and reckless riding. Assistant commissioner David Driver said most riders follow the rules, but police will act against bikes that break the law.
π The Backstory
In late August, NSW police were given new powers to destroy dangerous ebikes. The northern beaches sweep was one of the first big operations under those rules. Similar operations are planned across the state in the coming weeks.
Fast ebikes have become a growing issue in Australia. Some are modified to reach motorbike speeds on footpaths and bike lanes. Doctors and safety groups say this is becoming a health emergency.
π― Why It Matters
Illegal ebikes can hit 90km/h on paths shared with children and walkers. New laws now let police take them off the street for good instead of just handing out fines.
Police on Sydney's northern beaches have seized 36 illegal ebikes in a single operation. The bikes will be crushed in the coming weeks unless their owners appeal the seizure within two weeks.
One bike belonged to a 14-year-old boy from Warriewood. Police said it was able to reach speeds of more than 90km/h. That is far faster than any legal ebike is allowed to go.
Officers said the crackdown followed recent crashes and reckless riding. Assistant commissioner David Driver said most riders follow the rules, but police will act against bikes that break the law.
In late August, NSW police were given new powers to destroy dangerous ebikes. The northern beaches sweep was one of the first big operations under those rules. Similar operations are planned across the state in the coming weeks.
Fast ebikes have become a growing issue in Australia. Some are modified to reach motorbike speeds on footpaths and bike lanes. Doctors and safety groups say this is becoming a health emergency.
Illegal ebikes can hit 90km/h on paths shared with children and walkers. New laws now let police take them off the street for good instead of just handing out fines.